
Submitted On
Updated On
Palmetto Associate
Mar 31, 2025
Sep 25, 2025
Julia McKenna
PO ID
PO-11526
Dr. K’s Portal Through Time Book 1: Galileo’s Points of Light in the Night Sky
Author:
Dr. Katherine E.A. Korkidis
Narrator:
Word Count:
Genre:
Category:
Narrator
9663
FIction
Children’s historical STEM fiction with time-travel and science fantasy elements
Female
Accents:
Neutral American English for narration and primary characters Italian accent for Galileo (authentic but clear for children) Optional soft Asian American accent for Dr. Liu Dr. K to have an authoritative yet nurturing tone
Voice tone:
Warm, clear, intelligent, expressive. Not overly theatrical but engaging.
Performance:
Educational, dramatic, and dynamic storytelling. Should capture the wonder of science and history while being accessible to middle-grade listeners.
SUMMARY
Jennifer and her brother Daniel travel through a magical time portal hidden in their closet. With the guidance of Dr. K, they journey to Renaissance Italy and meet the great astronomer Galileo Galilei. They build a telescope, observe Jupiter’s moons, and learn about Galileo’s revolutionary ideas. This story introduces young readers to the wonders of astronomy and the importance of curiosity and scientific thinking, blending historical fact with imaginative adventure.
NOTES
Adult (30s–50s) who can emulate younger voices for Jennifer (10) and Daniel (8)
No contractions in dialogue
Avoid use of em dashes
Pronunciations must be accurate, especially scientific terms
Characters should have distinct but natural vocal differences
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